Head Chef - Kingston upon Thames

Fullers; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at The Queen's Head. You will take pride in preparing fresh, seasonal foods and ensuring high standards in service and hygiene. The ideal candidate will possess great leadership skills and thrive under pressure. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £43,000 plus tips and numerous benefits, including discounted rates on food and hotel stays.

Benefits

25-40% discount on food and drink

Discounted hotel stays

Healthcare Cash Plan

Access to online benefits platform

Full induction and training

Wagestream for early earnings

Qualifications

• Pride in preparing fresh food from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Capable of taking full control of the food side of the business.
• Excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh food and maintaining high standards.
• Leading the kitchen team and ensuring great service.
• Implementing new cooking techniques and creative ideas.

Skills

Leadership skills

Great communication

Ability to thrive under pressure

Creativity in cooking

Food safety awareness

Education

Hygiene qualification

Job description

• Head Chef - Kingston upon Thames
• The Queen’s Head, Kingston
• Up to 43,000 plus tips and great benefits

Join Fuller’s: Where the true you thrives and diversity is embraced.

At Fuller’s we don’t just offer jobs, we invite you to celebrate your authentic self.

Our four core values – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality and always asking what’s next – define the essence of who we are.

The Queen’s Head promises a warm welcome the minute you step through the door, whether you are staying in one of the Beautiful Bedrooms or just stopping by for our fabulous food.

What we can offer you

• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family.

  Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.

• A fair share of tips, paid on top of your pay
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller’s Family
• Access to ‘My Fuller’s’: our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: after one year with us you will have access to a 24‑hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eye‑care appointments.
• Full induction and training
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream.
• This means you won’t always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a Head Chef

• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• You should have great leadership skills.
• You’ll thrive on the fast pace of the kitchen.
• You’ll set yourself and others the very highest standards.
• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• A great communicator who can keep calm under pressure.
• A creative Head Chef who can bring new ideas and implement new cooking techniques.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.